The Tamil Nadu government has digitized land records to ensure transparency and convenience for citizens. These records can be accessed through the official Tamil Nadu e-Services portal (https://eservices.tn.gov.in/).
The platform offers various services related to land details, ownership verification, and other property-related documents.
View / Download Patta Chitta
To view Patta/Chitta for Rural/Natham on the E-Services of Land Records portal in Tamil Nadu, follow these steps:
- Go to the E-Services of Land Records portal (eservices.tn.gov.in) of Tamil Nadu.
- Click on the "View Patta / Chitta - (Rural / Natham)" option on the homepage.
- Choose the District, Taluk, Village, View Patta/Chitta Using (Patta Number / Search by name or Survey Number), and enter authentication value:
- Enter the OTP and click on the "Submit" button to view the Patta/Chitta details for the specified land.
Verify Patta Chittta - (Rural /Natham)
Here’s how you can verify Chitta Patta for Rural/Natham areas:
- Go to the E-Services of Land Records portal of Tamil Nadu.
- On the homepage, click on the "Verify Patta/Chitta" option.
- Input the Patta Chitta’s Reference Number and the provide Authentication Value, then click the "Submit" button.
- You will receive the Patta Chitta details along with the Reference Number. To save a copy, click on the "Print" or "Download" icon to get a copy of the report.
What is Patta and Chitta?
Patta and Chitta are essential land ownership documents in Tamil Nadu, commonly used to verify property details and ownership rights. These documents play a crucial role in property transactions, legal verifications, and tax-related processes. Below is a detailed explanation of each:
Patta
Patta, also known as the Record of Rights (RoR), is an official document issued by the government that serves as proof of ownership of a specific land parcel.
Details included in a Patta:
- Name of the registered landowner.
- Unique identification number assigned to the land.
- Specific segment or division of the surveyed land.
- Classification of the land (e.g., wetland or dryland).
- Total area of the land (in square meters or acres).
- Details about property tax associated with the land.
Purpose of a Patta:
- Establishes ownership rights over the land.
- Required during property transactions, such as sales or purchases.
- Acts as legal proof during disputes or when verified by financial institutions.
Chitta
Chitta is a revenue document maintained by the Village Administrative Officer (VAO), providing details about the classification and ownership of the land.
Details included in a Chitta:
- Classification of the land, such as Natham (residential area), wetland, or dryland.
- Total area and size of the land.
- Ownership details, including the name of the owner and tax information.
Purpose of a Chitta:
- Helps identify land classification, which is crucial for agricultural or residential purposes.
- Ensures proper tax allocation based on land type.
- Validates the nature and ownership of the land in legal cases.
View TSLR Extract
A Town Survey Land Register (TSLR) is an official document that serves as proof of ownership for Gramathu Natham land, similar to how a Patta functions for other types of land.
To view the TSLR Extract on the E-Services TN Portal, follow the steps below:
- Visit the E-Services of Land Records portal of Tamil Nadu.
- On the homepage, click on the "TSLR Extract" option.
- A new page will open where you need to enter the following details:
- District
- Taluk
- Town
- Ward
- Block
- Town Survey Number and Subdivision Number.
- If the Town Survey Number is "24/2," enter "24" in the Town Survey Number field and "2" in the Subdivision Number field, then click "Submit."
- If the Town Survey Number is "24," enter "24" in the Town Survey Number field and "0" in the Subdivision Number field, then click "Submit."
Provide the authentication value as required and click on "Submit" to view the TSLR Extract.
Land Records Available On Tamil Nadu E-Services of Land Records
The E-Services of Land Records portal in Tamil Nadu provides access to various land records services, including:
- Apply Online Patta Transfer
- View Patta Chitta - (Rural / Natham)
- View A-Register Extract - (Rural / Natham)
- Verify Patta / Chitta - (Rural / Natham)
- Verify Government / Private (Poramboke) Land
- FMB Sketch (Rural / Natham)
- View TNPatta Order Copy
- TSLR Extract
- TSLR Sketch - Urban
- Application Status
- F-Line Sketch / Statement, etc.
Fees & Charges
The table below summarizes the charges for TN Patta transfer and land measurement (F-Line) services, detailing the rates per subdivision across rural, urban, and corporation areas.
| Service | Processing Fee | Rate per Subdivision / F-Line Measurement |
|---|---|---|
| Patta Transfer | – | – |
| - Not involving Subdivision | Rs. 60/- at Common Service Centre and Citizen Portal | – |
| - Involving Subdivision | Rs. 60/- at Common Service Centre and Citizen Portal | – |
| Land Measurement (F-Line) | Rs. 60/- in Citizen Portal | – |
| Format of Land Records | – | – |
| - Rural | Rs. 400/- | F-line measurement per side Rs. 200/-; Total Rs. 800/- |
| - Urban | Rs. 500/- (e.g., Municipalities like Maduranthagam, Arcot, etc.) | – |
| - Corporation | Rs. 600/- (e.g., Chennai, Coimbatore, etc.) | – |